Mastering the Low-Sodium Diet: A Simple Guide for Better Living
A low-sodium diet lowers blood pressure and relieves symptoms of heart failure and kidney disease. Discover what to eat and how to stick to it.
Could Type 1 Diabetes Be Caught Years Before Symptoms? Global Experts Say Screen Every Toddler
Experts recommend population-wide screening of children between 2–4 years for type 1 diabetes, not just those with a positive family history.
Can a Smartwatch Really Measure Blood Pressure? What the Latest Science Says
The answer isn’t a simple yes or no. Read on to find out what the American Heart Association and the European Society of Hypertension say.
Could Your GLP-1 Be Causing Hair Loss? New study Raises Fresh Concerns.
Researchers from UPenn found that patients with type 2 diabetes on GLP-1s experience hair loss more frequently than those taking other diabetes medications.
Beyond Blood Sugar: FDA Approves First-of-Its-Kind Wearable That Tracks Dangerous Ketones Too
The FDA-authorized Libre Duo 10 Day is the first wearable continuous ketone monitor in the US and the first dual glucose and ketone monitor in the world.
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INTERACTIVE HEALTH QUIZZES
How Well Do You Understand Blood Sugar Checks?
Find out how well you really understand blood sugar checks, from timing and techniques to what you should do about your readings.
Hypertension Truth Test: Can You Separate Fact From Myth?
Not everything you’ve heard about hypertension is true. Take this myth-busting quiz to distinguish fact from fiction and improve your knowledge.
What You Consume vs. Your Blood Pressure: Do You Really Get It?
What you eat and drink may be affecting your blood pressure more than you realize. Take this quick quiz to find out how much you really know.
Are You Sodium-Smart? Take This Salt Habits Quiz To Find Out
How mindful are you of sodium in your meals? This simple quiz reveals your salt habits and what they mean for your heart and blood vessel health.
Could Your Nights Be Quietly Raising Your Blood Pressure?
Sleep and nighttime habits can influence your blood pressure levels. This quiz will reveal if your nights are helping or quietly working against you.
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